The Last Goodbye

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I have been on many trips and journeys, waving people goodbye at railway stations and airports ....... now, after 8 years of the 'long goodbye', we find ourselves on this utterly surreal platform, exchanging hugs, kisses, love and tears, waiting for the toughest of 'goodbyes' ever ........ we were told on Tuesday afternoon that 'the end' is near, my husband is being kept comfortable and (hopefully) painfree, but with organ failure and severe dehydration, he is being allowed to stay at home, waiting for nature to take its course.
After the initial shock and denial (so not ready to give up!!), there is a strange peace and calm in and around us. He is not struggling, and we are trying to surround him with love, music and positive thoughts. Time is standing still. After worrying about this for so long, I can't quite take it in that we are now in this situation. I am so utterly sad, but I am also grateful that he is here with us and we can be with him.
(If there was I smiley with a little tear in its eye, I'd replace the one in my signature .....)

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I have been following your threads and am so sad for you and yours that this time has now come. But how wonderful to read that your husband is at home and accompanied on his way by his family who will make sure his journey is a peaceful one and he can go safely and quietly.

Feeling for you and sending you caring thoughts and this sad time,
love Tina

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Dear Nan,there is a tear in my eye as i read this post ,i have always followed your threads,as we had so much in common and we joined TP around the same time,though i lost my husband 3 yr`s back.I have admired your determination to keep your dear husband at home,and cope with all this dreadfull illness has thrown at you, i hope the end is peacefull, what nicer than having your loved one at home surrounded with music, family, and great love .Take care.
Luv n` Hugs.
Angela.xxxxxx